India is set to make a massive impact at Cannes Film Festival 2026 as Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan join leading names from Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati and Malayalam cinema on the global stage. With filmmakers, producers and regional icons showcasing India’s cinematic diversity, Cannes this year is shaping up to be one of the country’s strongest international entertainment moments, celebrating representation, storytelling and India’s growing influence in world cinema.